Laos to host culture and tourism week of Vietnamese localities

Phu Tho, Dien Bien, Ha Giang, and five other northwestern provinces will send art troupes to the debut event, which is also part of activities to celebrate the 61st anniversary of Vietnam-Laos diplomatic ties this year.

The highlight of the week will be an art programme featuring the natural beauty and friendly nature of people of the two countries, as well as introducing the unique culture of each locality to the public.

A wide range of activities will take place, including exhibitions of tourism photos of Vietnamese and Lao localities, along with fairs to display tourism and agricultural products.

Farmiliarisation trips, a workshop promoting tourism of the northwestern region and Ho Chi Minh City, and a cultural exchange programme among Vietnamese and Lao localities will also be held.

The event will provide an opportunity for Vietnamese travel firms to both survey and promote tourism products in Luang Prabang.